Badgal Khurd - Akhnoor, Jammu
Badgal Khurd is a village situated in the Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akhnoor and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Dhok Jagir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badgal Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badgal Khurd is 005510. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.1 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Badgal Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Badgal Khurd
As per Census 2011, Badgal Khurd village has a total population of 235 people, consisting of 137 males and 98 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 715 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 141 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 215 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badgal Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 235 | 137 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 24 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 127 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 89 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 48 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Badgal Khurd
Badgal Khurd is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Badgal Khurd
Badgal Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akhnoor to Badgal Khurd is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Badgal Khurd is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badgal Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badgal Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badgal Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badgal Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badgal Khurd
Where is Badgal Khurd located?
Badgal Khurd village is located in Akhnoor Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badgal Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Badgal Khurd is Dhok Jagir.
What is the pincode of Badgal Khurd?
The pincode of Badgal Khurd is 181201.
What is the population of Badgal Khurd?
Badgal Khurd has a total population of 235, including 137 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Badgal Khurd?
There are 56 households in Badgal Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Badgal Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badgal Khurd is 60.00%. Male literacy is 64.96% and female literacy is 53.06%.